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SHIRLEY N OKWUASHI M.D.
NPI 1417247693
Internal Medicine in Saint Louis, MO

Active since April 08, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
10010 KENNERLY RD, 3 SOUTHBRIDGE, SAINT LOUIS, MO 63128(314) 525-1328(314) 525-1378 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 15, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Shirley N Okwuashi M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

SHIRLEY N OKWUASHI M.D. (NPI 1417247693) is an individual internal medicine provider in Saint Louis, Missouri, licensed in Missouri (2015014965) and active in the NPI registry since April 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mercy Hospital South, and is a graduate of University Of Texas Medical School At San Antonio (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417247693
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameSHIRLEY N OKWUASHICredential: M.D.
Location Address10010 KENNERLY RD, 3 SOUTHBRIDGESaint Louis, MO 63128-2106
Mailing Address10010 Kennerly Rd, 3 SouthbridgeSaint Louis, MO 63128-2106 · (314) 525-1328 · Fax (314) 525-1378
Phone(314) 525-1328
Fax(314) 525-1378
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Texas Medical School At San AntonioGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateApril 8, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 15, 2017
✔ NPI 1417247693 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MO · 2015014965✔ Licensed in TX · Q4661
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedPediatricsTaxonomy 208000000X · License Q4661 (TX), 2015014965 (MO)
10010 KENNERLY RD, Saint Louis, MO 63128
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Medica, WellPoint.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Shirley N Okwuashi M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID1153638549
PECOS Enrollment IDI20161012000677
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
240 services118 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
139 services132 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
118 services63 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
34 services34 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
25 services23 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Mercy Hospital South

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Louis, MO
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number260077
Location10010 Kennerly RoadSaint Louis, MO 63128 · St. Louis County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 63128 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$128.28 typical visit price
range $55.65 – $169.38
Typical copayment $32.07 (range $13.91 – $42.34)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.37 typical visit price
range $17.76 – $137.92
Typical copayment $24.59 (range $4.44 – $34.48)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

JEREMY STEPHEN COLYER AA
Anesthesiologist Assistant
10010 KENNERLY RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63128
St. Louis County (636) 386-7222
REHABILITATION MEDICINE SPECIALISTS, INC.
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
10010 KENNERLY RD, 4TH FLOOR - ACUTE REHAB
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63128
St. Louis County (314) 525-4522
DR. MICHAEL D. BAZZANI M.D.
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
10010 KENNERLY RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63128
St. Louis County (314) 525-1165
DR. YUNHONG ZHANG MD
Anesthesiology
10010 KENNERLY RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63128
St. Louis County (314) 525-1000
REBECCA SUSAN HOPKINS R.D., L.D.
Dietitian, Registered
10010 KENNERLY RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63128
St. Louis County (314) 525-1266
MRS. CASSANDRA ASHLEY STROTHKAMP NP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
10010 KENNERLY RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63128
St. Louis County (314) 525-1900
RAHUL GUPTA MD
Emergency Medicine
10010 KENNERLY RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63128
St. Louis County (314) 525-1906
YIFU F ZHU AA
Anesthesiologist Assistant
10010 KENNERLY RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63128
St. Louis County (314) 525-1000

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Shirley Okwuashi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shirley Okwuashi is 1417247693. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 8, 2011.

Where is Shirley Okwuashi located?

Shirley Okwuashi practices at 10010 Kennerly Rd 3 Southbridge, Saint Louis, MO 63128. The listed phone number is (314) 525-1328.

What is Shirley Okwuashi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Shirley Okwuashi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Shirley Okwuashi is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Shirley Okwuashi accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Medica and WellPoint list Shirley Okwuashi as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Shirley Okwuashi affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Shirley Okwuashi is affiliated with Mercy Hospital South.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shirley Okwuashi was last updated on March 15, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.